Lauren Fuller
Houston
Summary
Public policy professional with experience in government affairs, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in PAC management, legislative communications, event coordination, and data-driven policy analysis. Proven track record in supporting local and state policy initiatives, managing strategic relationships, and presenting on public health and education topics. Strong communicator with a background in both nonprofit and membership-based organizations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Government Affairs Manager
Greater Houston Builders Association
Houston
02.2024 - Current
- Manages HOME-PAC contributions, responds to fundraiser invitations, oversees the PAC budget, and files TEC reports.
- Supports the dissemination of information on local, state, and national governmental affairs through the GHBA website, magazine, newsletter, and email.
- Educates GHBA members on advocacy efforts by presenting at association committee and council meetings.
- Assists in coordinating major lobbying events at local jurisdictions, the State Capitol in Austin, and Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
- Serves as a staff liaison to councils and committees within the Government Affairs Department, managing event logistics, budgets, and registrations.
- Assists the Government Affairs Director with submitting necessary reports.
- Supports the Executive Officer in serving the GHBA Board of Directors and other key groups.
Research & Policy Coordinator
Fort Bend Economic Development Council
Sugar Land
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsible for the orchestration and administration of specialized PACs dedicated to the facilitation and promotion of school bond elections.
- Diligently maintained a comprehensive understanding of current demographic trends, consistently stayed abreast of relevant data.
- Orchestrated the generation of a monthly report, amalgamating vital statistics, commendations, and demographic insights for internal staffing utilization.
- Actively fostered and sustained connections with both new and established members.
- Contributed substantially to the strategic planning of the Legislative Agenda and Legislative Conference.
- Assumed responsibility for meticulous record-keeping by meticulously documenting all meeting minutes for flood management meetings.
Operations Manager
Be Well Health Resources
Missouri City
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Championed the visibility of holistic health enterprises across the entire state of Texas via the Wellness Directory.
- Proactively engaged with companies to champion and advocate for the Worksite Wellness Programs through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Assumed a leadership role in conducting staff meetings, overseeing all facets of the meetings, and meticulously recording minutes.
- Directed and allocated responsibilities among a team of interns, ensuring efficient task delegation.
- Conducted thorough research on health-related topics each month to stay abreast of current trends and insights.
Education
MPP - Public Policy
University of Houston
Houston, Texas05.2023
BS - Psychology
University of Houston
Houston, Texas05.2021
Skills
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
- Government relations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Event coordination
- Public speaking
- Adaptability and resilience
- Advocacy strategies
- Data-driven decision making
- Budget management
Certification
- Graduate of Leadership North Houston Class XXX
Presentations
- Fuller, L. & Solari Williams, K. D. (2022). COVID-19 and the emphasis on mental health service improvements in K-12 schools. Accepted for presentation at the American School Health Association Conference, July 21-25, 2022, Virtual Conference.
- Fuller, L. & Solari Williams, K. D. (2021). The effectiveness of school counselors in providing mental health services: A systematic review. Accepted for presentation at the American School Health Association Conference, July 19-21, 2021, Virtual Conference.
Awards
American School Health Association Poster Presentation Best of Show: Student Submission, 07/22
Timeline
Government Affairs Manager
Greater Houston Builders Association
02.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Be Well Health Resources
05.2022 - 03.2023
Research & Policy Coordinator
Fort Bend Economic Development Council
02.2022 - 01.2024
MPP - Public Policy
University of Houston
BS - Psychology
University of Houston
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